Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B food hygiene rating
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · Mid Devon
Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the hotel met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 16 August 2019, more than 6 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Combe Lancey, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4EA
How it compares in Mid Devon
That puts Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B among the 592 places in Mid Devon holding top marks, 85% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 592 | 85% | ← Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 51 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 85 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elephant On The Green Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Duke Of York Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 August 2019 |
| Sunflower Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 June 2026 |
| The Sandwich Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
| Golden Bridge House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 9 June 2025 |
| Saffron - Indian Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| Crediton Congregational Church Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| Crediton Congregational Church Foodbank Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 February 2022 |
Questions about Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B
What is Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B's food hygiene rating?
Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Mid Devon Council on 16 August 2019.
Is Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this hotel to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B last inspected?
Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B was last inspected on 16 August 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Mid Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B compare to other places in Mid Devon?
85% of the 693 rated food businesses in Mid Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Mid Devon Council inspects Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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Combe Lancey Farmhouse B&B is one of 115 rated food businesses in Crediton. See every hygiene rating in Crediton →
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